How To Fix 881704 - No reference country is maintained for country &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 704

• Message text: No reference country is maintained for country &1

What causes this issue?

No reference country has been assigned as default in Customizing for
REA.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can maintain the country reference in Customizing for REA under
<DS:TRAN.J7LRRE711000114>Define Country Grouping</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881704 - No reference country is maintained for country &1 ?

  The SAP error message 881704, "No reference country is maintained for country &1," typically occurs in the context of country-specific settings in SAP, particularly when dealing with localization or country-specific configurations. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a reference country for the specified country code (represented by &1).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the reference country has not been defined in the system for the specified country. This can happen if the country is newly added or if the configuration was not completed properly.
  Incorrect Country Code: The country code being referenced may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have included the necessary settings for the reference country.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Reference Country:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to Logistics > General > Country Settings > Maintain Reference Country.
  Here, you can maintain the reference country for the specified country code. Ensure that the reference country is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Country Code:
  
  Verify that the country code you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the country settings or by using transaction codes like OBY6 (for country settings).
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the configuration was supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request included all necessary settings. You may need to re-transport or manually configure the settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to country-specific settings for additional guidance on maintaining reference countries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG) or OBY6 (to check country settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Localization: This error is often encountered in the context of localization settings, so understanding the specific requirements for the country in question can be beneficial.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.